as in tempting
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as in luring
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage
every commercial seemed to be for some tempting snack specifically designed to entice me from my diet
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Recent Examples of enticing
Josh Rivera, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
Gaze at crystal-clear blue waters, bright shorelines, scores of boats and ships and enticing smiles of passengers afloat.
—Laura Manske, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Nathan Green, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2024
These waterproof shoes come with a laundry list of enticing features, the first being a special Vibram Ecostep Recycle outsole, which provides grip on wet and dry surfaces.
—Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
Fish explained that this stress-free appeal is what makes all-inclusive resorts so enticing, especially for Gen Z travelers, who are increasingly seeking convenience and value – but that could be said of all travelers.
—Josh Rivera, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
Gaze at crystal-clear blue waters, bright shorelines, scores of boats and ships and enticing smiles of passengers afloat.
—Laura Manske, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Verb
This approach ensures a mood that complements each casino’s unique ambiance, engages the clientele and enhances their experience, enticing them to remain on the property longer and spend more.
—Nathan Green, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2024
These waterproof shoes come with a laundry list of enticing features, the first being a special Vibram Ecostep Recycle outsole, which provides grip on wet and dry surfaces.
—Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enticing
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While focusing only on what might go wrong is tempting, remember that uncertainty can also open doors for new opportunities and growth.Luciana Paulise, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Brimming with obscure and limited-edition modern references as well as historical pieces, the exhibit proved a riveting experience and a tempting playground for the horologically inclined.Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2024
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Many of her works feature glitter, beads, and notions, luring the viewer in with their collective splendor and evoking intimacy.News Desk, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2024
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But the 48-year-old was arrested at his Las Vegas home in January 2023, accused of luring girls from California to Canada and allegedly raping them and making some his spiritual wives under the false guise of traditional practices.Sean Keane, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2024
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Nearly 20 years ago, the first season of Lost ended with one of the most striking, tantalizing images of early 21st-century television: a handful of plane-crash survivors on an uncharted island, staring down into a deep hole in the ground, carved out by … well, somebody.Noel Murray, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
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Add the honey to granola for a tantalizing edge, and use the syrup to brush atop cakes or amp up a cocktail.Megan Zhang, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024
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This trend could reflect investor caution as higher yields make safer investments like bonds more appealing relative to equities.Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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Governments are also encouraging sustainable construction through tax incentives, which makes these investments even more appealing.Johan Hajji, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Since Friday, Krause, Anderson ,and Mother Earth Foods are persuading grocery stores like Sam’s Club to redirect perishable foods from their dumpsters to Asheville’s residents.Jessica Wakeman, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
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In addition to persuading Arab countries to immediately adopt a more aggressive posture on enforcing sanctions against Hamas, the Biden administration should push them to publicly call out Sinwar’s obstructionist role in the talks.Andrew P. Miller, Foreign Affairs, 29 Sep. 2024
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Rounding it all out are the alluring grounds, which span nearly a quarter-acre and come with plenty of spots for alfresco lounging and entertaining while overlooking picturesque views of the Getty Museum, Capitol Records tower, and the downtown L.A. skyline.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
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To an ambitious and left-leaning young scholar like Harris, the clash of ideas was alluring.John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Enticing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enticing. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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